Stockholm university
Gå till denna sida på svenska webben

Conservation Biology

The ongoing loss of biological diversity is a major problem globally. The purpose of conservation biology is to understand the processes and to find ways of reducing this loss.

You will be given a broad introduction to the subject, anchored in practical work, with a focus on conservation ecology and conservation genetics. Understanding the processes that control the survival of populations is a key element, and you will gain knowledge in vulnerability analyses and the breeding of threatened animals.

  • Course structure

    Modules

    Conservation at gene and population level, 7.5 credits

    Conservation at species and ecosystem levels, 7.5 credits

    Teaching format

    The education consists of lectures, laboratory exercises, group exercises, project work, study visits and excursions. Participation in laboratory exercises, group exercises, project work, study visits, excursions and group education associated with this is compulsory.

    Learning outcomes

    A list of the learning outcomes can be found in the syllabus. Please find the link to the syllabus on the right side of this page.

    Assessment

    Measurement of knowledge takes place through witten and/or oral examination.

    Examiner

    Linda Laikre
    E-mail: linda.laikre@popgen.su.se

    Karin Norén (Conservation at species and ecosystem level)
    E-mail: karin.noren@zoologi.su.se

    Christopher West Wheat (Conservation at gene and population level)
    E-mail: chris.wheat@zoologi.su.se

  • Schedule

    The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.

  • Course literature

    Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.

    Frankham, Richard; Ballou, Jonathan D.; Briscoe, David A. A Primer of Conservation Genetics. Cambridge University Press, 2004. ISBN 9780521831109.

  • Course reports

  • Contact

    Student office
    info.big@su.se
    08-16 40 69
    08-16 40 15
    • Visiting address

    • Arrheniuslaboratory, room E315

    • Svante Arrhenius väg 20C

    • Office hours

    • Mon-Thur: 1 PM - 3 PM

    Study counsellor for basic level
    Alexandra Balogh (temp)
    alexandra.balogh@su.se
    08-16 40 70
    • Visiting address

    • Arrheniuslaboratory, room E315d

    • Svante Arrhenius väg 20 C

    • Office hours

    • By request

Selected reading

Three students outdoors in front of a computer.

Step-by-step guide

Here we explain all the different steps you need to go through when applying to a course or programme. Please read the instructions carefully.

Two happy students looking at a mobile phone.

Meet us online and around the world

Stockholm University arranges regular webinars and participates in educational fairs and events virtually and around the world to meet students and inform them about our study programmes. Meet us and ask what it's like to study with us!

Students of Stockholm University

Every year Stockholm University welcomes thousands of international students from all over the world. Each bringing their own backpack full of experiences, expectations and dreams. Each with their own story.

Photo montage of close-ups of researchers.

Our researchers. Your teachers

As a student at Stockholm University, you will have direct contact with leading researchers in your field and access to the most recent scientific findings. Our researchers. Your teachers. Meet a few of them here.

Mikaela Sörman

Hear from our alumni

Are you wondering what former students thought about your programme? Are you curious about what your education can lead to after graduation? Hear from our alumni!

Show more